Director Of Corporate Services

Harvey Nash Plc; Easter Howgate; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent consulting firm in the UK is seeking an experienced Director of Corporate Services for a 6-month hybrid contract. This role involves leading the Corporate Services Directorate, which includes Finance, Procurement, and Project Management. The successful candidate will interact directly with high-level officials and be responsible for executive decision-making and financial management. Strong executive experience and stakeholder engagement skills are essential for this position.

Qualifications

• Extensive executive experience, preferably in the public sector.
• Proven ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Experience with large scale or complex projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead and direct Corporate Services Directorate.
• Interact with ministers and senior officials.
• Oversee financial reporting and compliance.

Skills

Executive experience in budget and business planning

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Stakeholder engagement

Project management

Job description

Harvey Nash are now inviting candidates to apply for the role of Director of Corporate Services, an initial 6 month contract, inside of IR35.

Hybrid, with offices in south west Edinburgh (6 days a month onsite)

You will be responsible for leading and directing our clients Corporate Services Directorate, which includes Finance & Procurement, People and Performance, Facilities, Project Management and PMO. You will report directly to the Chief Executive and be part of the wider Executive Team.

Some of your duties:

• Provide leadership and oversee the day to day running of the organisation.
• Required to interact directly with Ministers, Senior Officials and Senior Stakeholder's, making executive decisions on behalf of the organisation and have responsibility for leading negotiations.
• You will provide advice and recommendations to the Executive Team, Board as well as other governance boards & bodies on performance, policy & operational matters or complex matters within your service areas and areas of expertise.
• You will ensure that all financial reporting, financial management and financial accounting systems are fit for purpose and compliant with all financial, legislative and audit requirement

Experience required:

• Executive experience in the delivery of budget & business planning and allocation of resources to align with business and corporate objectives.
• Proven experience of developing and monitoring key measures of performance at a Corporate level and understanding and navigating productivity in ambiguous and complex operational environments.
• Experience in operating at a Senior/Executive level preferably within the public sector with knowledge.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with consideration of organisational reputation with experience of senior stakeholder engagement with a proven ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.
• You will have extensive project management experience in large scale or complex projects, and have ideally worked in an environment that has led project teams.

Please apply today with your up to date CV, if you are interested - shortlisted candidates will be contacted by telephone.